2009 Mazda B4000 vs. 2012 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2012 Subaru Impreza is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mazda B4000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mazda B4000 would be higher. At 4,034 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2009 Mazda B4000. (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda B4000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 275 kg more than 2009 Mazda B4000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Subaru Impreza (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda B4000. (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda B4000.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mazda B4000 | 2012 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Mazda | Subaru |
Model | B4000 | Impreza |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4034 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2624 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 64 L |